Small Businesses – Northwest Minnesota Foundation

Chisholm Trail Farm: What’s old is new again

By embracing an old-world milling technique, Chisholm Trail Farm in Gary is taking a fresh approach to farming.

Hammer Fit Gym: A family’s vision realized

Motivated by their commitment to health and exercise, the father-and-sons team behind Hammer Fit Gym began to conceptualize their ideal gym while visiting different work out facilities during the pandemic.

Tools for growth: Carpenter expands business with loan support

A small business loan has helped a Park Rapids carpenter purchase new tools and equipment so he can increase his capacity and grow his business.

New business provides emergency housing to resident in need

When a young farmer lost his new home in a fire, Jimmie and Misty Wiley were able to provide him a temporary option while he rebuilt.

Forgivable child care loan program helps support additional licensed child care in Polk County

When Michelle Broten, a mom of three, moved to Minnesota, she set out to provide child care in her home, as she’d already proven capable and successful with her previous daycare in North Dakota.

Businesses and nonprofits invited to apply for PROMISE Act grant funding

Through the PROMISE Act, created and funded by the Minnesota Legislature, the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, in partnership with the Department of Employment and Economic Development, has been awarded $2.3 million to disperse one-time grants up to $50,000 to businesses and qualified nonprofits.